FORKLIFT OPERATOR - EWP

Capital Lumber; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

9 Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Match Percentage

Employee Assistance Program

TeleDoc

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

Capital Lumber is seeking a full-time Forklift Operator for our Tacoma Branch reporting to the Operations Manager. The role involves operating a forklift to lift, load and move material, using a chainsaw as needed, and inspecting equipment for safety. Salary ranges from $20 to $22 per hour, DOE, with full benefits.

Location is Tacoma, WA 98421, United States. Essential duties include processing orders, following instructions, inspecting equipment daily per OSHA standards, and assisting in

Qualifications

• 1 to 4 years previous experience with forklifts and other machinery.
• Has Forklift Certification.
• Good knowledge of lumber products.
• Ability to model the Capital values and provide innovative solutions.
• Ability to deliver high quality, detailed error free work on a consistent basis.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English to the extent required to communicate information.

Responsibilities

• Reads hand written or system generated sales orders to determine product.
• Notes all special instructions for filling an order.
• Operates chainsaw and other saw equipment.
• Operates forklift safely at all times following safety rules and regulations.
• Performs daily inspections of forklift(s) as required by OSHA and company standards.
• Notifies supervision of equipment maintenance or safety concerns.
• Bands lumber product for storage or shipping.
• Assists in moving inventory for storage within the yard area as directed.
• Stores inventory and keeps lanes clear for traffic.
• Assists in inventory and cycle counts as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned and remains flexible to changes.

Skills

Forklift operation

English fluency

Lumber knowledge

Safety awareness

Inventory handling

Education

Forklift Certification

Tools

Chainsaw operation

Job description

Although we have over 75 years of success behind us, we still need innovative and dedicated employees to take us into the future. When you join the Capital team, you're empowered to succeed, encouraged to grow, and rewarded for your hard work.

We are currently seeking a full-time Forklift Operator with a background in Engineered Wood Products for our Tacoma Branch that reports directly to our Operations Manager.

In addition, the role operates a forklift to lift, load, or move material, operates chainsaw to cut material as needed, and inspects and maintains forklift and chainsaw equipment as needed. $20 - $22/hr DOE

Job Details

Career area: Forklift Operator
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Tacoma, WA 98421, United States
Job ID: 336462

Essential Functions

• Reads hand written or system generated sales order to determine product
• Notes all special instructions for filling an order
• Operates chainsaw and other saw equipment
• Operates forklift safely at all times following all safety rules and regulations
• Performs daily inspections of forklift(s) as required by OSHA and Capital Lumber Company standards
• Notifies Supervisory of any necessary equipment maintenance/repair or safety concerns
• Bands lumber product for storage or shipping
• Assists in moving of inventory for storage within the yard area as directed
• Properly stores inventory-level and covered as necessary
• Assists in inventory and/or cycle counts as directed
• Assist in keeping all lanes and areas clean and clear for trafficPerform other work related duties as assigned by your supervisor and be flexible and adaptable to changes that will occur during the course of employment

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

• 1 to 4 years previous experience with forklifts and other machinery
• Has Forklift Certification
• Good knowledge of lumber products
• Ability to model the Capital values and to provide innovative solutions
• Ability to deliver high quality, detailed error free work on a consistent basis
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English to the extent required to receive and communicate information as necessary to the position

Abilities

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 pounds
• Must be able stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 5% or less of the workday
• Must be able to sit and walk or otherwise move around for prolonged periods of time throughout the workday.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (Sick, Vacation, Volunteer Time Off)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• TeleDoc
• Best Doctors
• Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Match Percentage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hearing Services
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Smart Dollar
• Wellness Program through Vitality with program completion incentive towards medical premium